Jayanth Sinha
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| Jayanth Sinha in 2025 | |
| Born | 08 April 1978 (age 47) Amravati, Maharashtra, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | New York Film Academy, Masters in Advertising & Filmmaking |
| Alma mater | NYFA, Canterbury University |
| Occupation | Filmmaker, Writer |
| Years active | 2015–present |
| Known for | Mehryaar, Udaipur Files, Emergency, Priyadarshini: The Daughter of India (Book) |
| Notable works | Mehryaar, Udaipur Files, Emergency, Priyadarshini: The Daughter of India (Book) |
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| Parents | Vasant Sinha (father), Shobha Sinha (mother) |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Website | See below |
Jayanth Sinha is an Indian filmmaker and writer known for his nuanced, character-driven storytelling and socially rooted cinema. He was raised in Mumbai and was born in Amravati, Maharashtra. Before turning to filmmaking, he worked as a software engineer for large IT companies. After receiving training at Canterbury University and the New York Film Academy (NYFA), he went on to establish Cinedreams Productions, where he honed his distinctive poetic, realistic, and emotionally perceptive filmmaking style.[1][2]
In addition to his work on Hollywood productions like This Is Our Time and The Monkey Men, he is well-known for his roles in Mehryaar, Udaipur Files, and Emergency. In addition, he wrote Priyadarshini: The Daughter of India, which is a book in the "Political Revolution" series.
Early Life & Education
Jayanth Sinha was born on 08 April 1978 in Amravati, Maharashtra, and later raised in Mumbai, where his early exposure to street theatre and the city’s socio-political environment played a significant role in shaping his creative perspective.
At Ganeshdas Rathi Mahavidyalaya, where he finished his early schooling, his interest in the arts and storytelling started to grow. He later attended Canterbury University and the New York Film Academy (NYFA) to hone his skills, graduating with a Master's degree in Advertising and Filmmaking. These educational opportunities solidified his grounding in filmmaking and equipped him for a profession dedicated to telling compelling and emotionally stirring tales.
Career
Jayanth began his professional journey in the IT industry, but his growing interest in narrative expression pushed him into creative fields, where he worked with multiple advertising agencies and crafted short-format stories. He established his production company, Cinedreams Productions, with a keen eye for detail and a penchant for subtlety over spectacle. He is renowned as a filmmaker for his understated, introspective, and profoundly human emotion-based filmmaking.
Among his daring and socially conscious films are Emergency, an autobiographical tale; Udaipur Files, which is about the vicious murder of Udaipur's tailor; and Mehryaar, a Hindu-Muslim love story. His films frequently address difficult and unsettling subjects in a poetic and approachable way. Jayanth's global reach has been further enhanced by his contributions to Hollywood productions like This Is Our Time and The Monkey Men. He is well-known for his low-budget feature films and keeps telling stories that are both deeply personal and culturally relevant.[3][4]
Notable Works
Jayanth Sinha’s significant works include the feature films Mehryaar, Udaipur Files, and Emergency, along with contributions to Hollywood films like This Is Our Time and The Monkey Men. He is also the author of Priyadarshini: The Daughter of India, which is a book in the "Political Revolution" series that examines important national figures and historical occurrences.
Achievements and Recognition
Jayanth Sinha is widely recognized for his grounded, character-driven filmmaking style and for bringing sensitive social issues into the cinematic spotlight. Both critics and viewers have praised his ability to create emotionally charged stories on a microbudget. His journey from software engineer to globally acclaimed filmmaker emphasizes his adaptability and commitment to narrative. He continues to push boundaries and make a significant contribution to Indian and international cinema through his writings, films, and creative endeavors.
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- ↑ Business Icons 2024: A Showcase of the Top 10 Companies Defining Success . In ANI News (4 June 2024) . Retrieved 19 November 2025
- ↑ Business Icons 2024: A Showcase of the Top 10 Companies Defining Success . In Lokmat Times (4 June 2024) . Retrieved 19 November 2025
- ↑ Business Icons 2024: A Showcase of the Top 10 Companies Defining Success . In Ahmedabad Mirror (4 June 2024) . Retrieved 19 November 2025
- ↑ Business Icons 2024: A Showcase of the Top 10 Companies Defining Success . In Business Standard (4 June 2024) . Retrieved 19 November 2025